Colonist don't have a voice in parliament

People have rights that government can't take away

Colonists are British subjects and should obey the law

Believed a democracy is more dangerous as there are too many people making decisions.

Taxation takes away properties from citizens

Colonies can expand trade if they have a larger market.

Colonies are just too far from England to have representation in parliament

They feel more like an English subject.

A strong unified british empire is good for all

Believed a king is more dangerous as one person with total control can and has abused their power.

They feel more like an American.

Felt colonist couldn't protect themselves were weak